Council approves resolution and letter supporting Kaysville Fire Department as 911 EMS and interfacility transport provider

The Kaysville City Council approved a resolution and a letter of support selecting the Kaysville Fire Department to provide 911 emergency medical services and interfacility transport for the city.

Chief Erickson, presenting the item, told the council the action was prompted by new state guidance and referenced Senate Bill 215. "This is the state's words. We're a guinea pig right now because we're the first ones that are doing it this way," Chief Erickson said, describing the city's experience with the new selection timeline and application checklist.

Chief Erickson said a private company based in Virginia asked for an extension to apply; the city attorney, "Mister Mills," had advised the company that an extension was not available and that Kaysville met the state deadline. Chief Erickson said he had contacted the bill sponsor, Senator Owens, to ask about legislative intent and was awaiting a reply.

Council member Blackham moved to approve the resolution and letter of support. The motion was seconded and carried on a council vote. A formal roll call was not recorded in the meeting transcript.

City staff and the city attorney said they would upload the required documentation to the state and expected no issues with the current license.

Votes at a glance - Resolution and letter supporting Kaysville Fire Department as 911 EMS and interfacility transport provider — Motion carried (voice vote; roll call not recorded in transcript). - Consent items a, b and c — Approved earlier in the meeting (consent agenda voice vote).

Chief Erickson said staff would follow up if further forms or clarification from the state were required and that he had requested clarification from the bill sponsor about the statute's intent.